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Border Collie Hip Dysplasia: Signs, Causes & Care (Vet Answer)

Border Collie Hip Dysplasia: Signs, Causes & Care (Vet Answer)

Hip dysplasia, an abnormal and painful laxity in the hips, has become quite infamous in the dog world, especially with certain breeds. And while Border Collies…

10 Low-Maintenance Pet Birds That Are Easy to Keep (With Pictures)

10 Low-Maintenance Pet Birds That Are Easy to Keep (With Pictures)

Birds are an increasingly popular pet, but some can require intensive commitment to maintain a healthy and mentally enriched bird. On the other hand, some bird…

8 Neurological Disorders in Cats: Vet Explained Causes, Signs & What You Should Do

8 Neurological Disorders in Cats: Vet Explained Causes, Signs & What You Should Do

The nervous system controls local body parts and relays information from the body back to the brain. Problems in the nervous system can cause dramatic physical…

Umbilical Hernia in Dogs: Signs, Causes & Treatment (Vet Answer)

Umbilical Hernia in Dogs: Signs, Causes & Treatment (Vet Answer)

Umbilical hernias are common in puppies and adult dogs. And the good news is that many do not cause a problem, and some may even heal on their own. Others may…

Gabapentin for Dogs: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects (Vet Answer)

Gabapentin for Dogs: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects (Vet Answer)

Few things make pet owners feel more helpless than seeing their pets in pain and suffering. You want to help them feel better, but you may not know how to. Gab…

Trazadone for Dogs: Usage, Dosage & Side Effects (Vet Answer)

Trazadone for Dogs: Usage, Dosage & Side Effects (Vet Answer)

Does your dog suffer from fears or anxieties that affect their (or your!) quality of life? Thankfully, veterinary medicine allows us to help our pets live a mo…

Syringomyelia in a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: Our Vet Explains

Syringomyelia in a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: Our Vet Explains

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a beautiful and graceful dog with a warm and loving temperament. They’re generally a healthy breed but can be prone to cer…

Trazodone for Cats: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects (Vet Answer)

Trazodone for Cats: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects (Vet Answer)

There are many instances when cats require medication to help with their anxiety. Car travel, veterinary visits, hospital stays, fireworks, and thunderstorms a…